Bangladesh, Dec. 12 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modis latest phone call with US President Donald Trump on December 11 underscores the increasingly complex and strategically significant relationship between New Delhi and Washington. While both leaders publicly emphasized the “warmth” of the discussion, the backdrop of escalating trade tensions, pending tariff threats, and Indias expanding partnership with Russia reveals a far more intricate diplomatic dance.

Modi noted that the conversation was “very warm and engaging,” highlighting shared commitments to global peace, stability, and prosperity. According to his post on X, the two leaders reviewed bilateral progress and exchanged views on strengthening coopera...